Besides, the minister informed that by September or October, around 20.5km of the BRT project will become operational.
The construction of the Bangabandhu Tunnel in Chittagong has been completed and awaiting for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to inaugurate, he said adding that around 100 newly constructed bridges are awaiting their official inauguration as well.
He also mentioned that the Dhaka Elevated Expressway will also be inaugurated up to Tongi before the national polls later this year.
To ensure a smoother travel during Eid-ul-Azha, the minister announced that no cattle markets will be permitted on public roads.
Meanwhile, about the political issue, the minister said there will be no tolerance for any "remote-controlled" actions orchestrated by any political leader absconding abroad. The minister stated that the government will not permit any movements or activities involving such leaders to disrupt public order.
